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Gracianna Chardonnay 2019 Wine

Wine Review: 2019 Gracianna Chardonnay – Suzanne’s Blend

Family is integral to Gracianna Winery. Founded in 2005, this Russian River Valley estate honors the legacy of the Amador’s maternal grandmother, Gracianna Lasaga. Lasaga immigrated from France to Santa Barbara, establishing a family and new life as shepherds. Today, her grandson Trini Amador produces award-winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Healdsburg. While Gracianna is …

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Muga Rioja Reserva 2016

Muga Rioja Reserva 2016 is a Vintage to Stock Up On: Total Wine Reviews

Muga Rioja Reserva 2016 Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Would I buy it again? Absolutely! Muga punches well above its price point, offering tremendous value. Price: $24.99 Varietal: Tempranillo  Region: Rioja Color: Medium Ruby Tasting notes: Powerful dark fruit is backed by bright acidity and velvety-yet-youthful tannins. Classic Rioja oak, violet, vanilla, dusty cherry, and dried cranberry are underscored …

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Trimbach Alsace Pinot Gris Réserve 2016

Trimbach Alsace Pinot Gris Réserve 2016: Total Wine Reviews

Trimbach Alsace Pinot Gris Réserve 2016 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — great value, stock up before it goes! Price: $22.97 Varietal: Pinot Gris Region: Alsace Color: Pale gold Tasting notes: Silky lemon curd, buttery brioche, and Bartlett pear aromatics are balanced by zesty minerality and mouthwatering, brisk acidity. Nutty undertones round out the smooth, full-bodied yet dry finish. Serving: …

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What Wines Pair with a Carl’s Jr. THICKBURGER®? A Look At the New Steakhouse Burger Box From Nocking Point Wines

Wine usually isn’t our drink of choice with fast food. But Carl’s Jr. thinks its new Steakhouse Angus THICKBURGER® is worthy of a finer dining experience. The restaurant just launched the Carl’s Jr. x Nocking Point Wines Steakhouse Burger Box. For $82, each box includes a gift card to Carl’s Jr. and three Nocking Point Wines — …

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Mary J Blige’s New Sun Goddess Wines Puts Pinot Grigio Ramato in the Spotlight

When we think of Pinot Grigio, we usually imagine crisp white wines. Now, Mary J Blige is betting we’ll like Pinot Grigio in a different form: as a blush-colored Ramato wine. The Grammy Award-winning musician just launched Sun Goddess Wines, starring a Pinot Grigio Ramato from Friuli, Italy. Why Pinot Grigio Ramato? “I have always …

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